The PRECEDE-PROCEED model: Application to planning a child pedestrian injury prevention program

Abstract

Objectives - The objectives were first, to modify the PRECEDE-PROCEED model and to use it is as a basis for planning a three year intervention trial that aims to reduce injury to child pedestrians. A second objective was to assess the suitability of this process for plannng such a relatively complex program. Setting - The project was carried out in 47 primary schools in three local government areas, in the Perth metropolitan area. Methods - The program was developed, based on extensive needs assessment incorporating formative evaluations. Epidemiological, psychosocial, environmental, educational, and demographic information was gathered, organised, and prioritised. The PRECEDE-PROCEED model ..